WinRAR is a file compression application that is a must-have in any modern-day PC toolkit.
Compatible with all Windows
This application not only includes support for extracting virtually any kind of file compression format, it also reduces file sizes and runs on almost any version of Windows, from 98 to Windows 7. Besides, this version is compatible with both 32 and 64-bit systems.
Smaller files
Some will argue that WinRAR isn’t as quick as rival WinZip at compressing files. However, for the small time difference, WinRAR leaves you with a significantly smaller archived file at the end of the process. What’s more, the application allows you to save files into both .ZIP and .RAR formats, with loads of options for speeding up compression times and reducing file sizes.
Easy to use
Although many newcomers might be put off by the sheer range of features and settings within WinRAR, the interface doesn’t take long to get accustomed to. If you’re still really stuck, there’s a simple wizard-based system that walks you through the process of extracting or compressing. All this adds up to make WinRAR a dependable utility that performs better than any other tool in its class.
Leader in the market
Boasting more compression options, higher compression rates and smaller file sizes than WinZip, WinRAR is now the undisputed market leader in file compression.
What's new in WinRAR 5.0
New compression format RAR5
Encryption algorithm with 256-bit AES data
Optimized function to repair damaged archives
Notes
RAR, ZIP, CAB, ARJ, LZH, ACE, TAR, GZip, UUE, ISO, BZIP2, Z, 7-Zip
Pros
Better compression rate than WinZip
Seamless compression resulting in low file sizes
Huge array of options and settings
Intuitive Quick-Start feature
